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| Author | : Jim Pipe |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 102 |
| Release | : 2011-12-19 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1908759305 |
Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.
| Author | : Jim Pipe |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 186 |
| Release | : 2011-12-19 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1908759313 |
Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.
| Author | : Fiona Macdonald |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 188 |
| Release | : 2012-01-05 |
| Genre | : Cooking |
| ISBN | : 1908759259 |
Whisky, A Very Peculiar History' takes a sideways look at this most inebriating beverage from its simplistic origins to its pride of place in the drinks cabinets of the world. When Henry VIII disbanded the monasteries and let those brewing monks out into the wilderness, he had no idea of the kind of beast he'd unleashed. Whisky was used as a medicine, giving 'the glow of apparent well-being' and even horses were known to be given a dram here and there (although via the kneecaps). Featuring quirky tales of whisky's development and refining through the ages and detailed stories about its effect on the common man and woman, 'Whisky, A Very Peculiar History' delivers a warm aftertaste of hilarity with every shot of fact.
| Author | : David Arscott |
| Publisher | : The Salariya Book Company |
| Total Pages | : 192 |
| Release | : 2021-02-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1912904683 |
British Prime Ministers, A Very Peculiar History explores the lives, triumphs, tragedies and disasters of Great Britain’s prime ministers. Covering everything from the early wheeling and dealing of Robert Walpole and the dodgy building work at Number 10 Downing Street to the bloody killing of Spencer Perceval, the heroism of Winston Churchill and the controversies surrounding the influence of Thatcher and Blair. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes, incredible information, a timeline and glossary, readers of all ages will be entertained and educated.
| Author | : Macmillan Library Reference USA. |
| Publisher | : Macmillan Reference USA |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1999 |
| Genre | : Kings and rulers |
| ISBN | : 9780028653754 |
Profiles notable monarchs, past and present, from around the world.
| Author | : Fiona Macdonald |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 186 |
| Release | : 2011-12-13 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1908759178 |
From its earliest inhabitants up to the beginnings of Stewart rule, 'Scotland: A Very Peculiar History - Volume 1' is a lively and informative account of the chequered (or rather, 'tartaned') history of Scotland. Detailing grisly clan wars and the many mythical creatures to look out for while you're out in the wild, this ebook gives an objective account of the nation's history, with 'no added haggis'! Focussing on the more weird and wonderful aspects of Scottish history, such as forgotten towns and mysterious runes, it celebrates how Scotland came to be, and includes fact boxes, quotes, poetry excerpts and recipes you wouldn't believe!
| Author | : Ian Graham |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 188 |
| Release | : 2012-01-04 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 1908759097 |
Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.
| Author | : Fiona Macdonald |
| Publisher | : The Salariya Book Company |
| Total Pages | : 194 |
| Release | : 2021-02-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1912904675 |
Glasgow, A Very Peculiar History explores the archaeological, social and cultural history of the eponymous city, from the earliest Pict settlers 10,000 years ago through its emergence as a nineteenth-century powerhouse of industry and struggles with poverty, unemployment and disaffection to its present-day incarnation as a hub of cutting-edge digital and start-up businesses. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes, incredible information, a timeline and glossary, readers of all ages will be entertained and educated.
| Author | : Jim Pipe |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 186 |
| Release | : 2012-01-18 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1908759275 |
With the centenary of the outbreak of the The Great War coming in 2014, 'World War One, A Very Peculiar History' commemorates the events of the time by looking at some of the incredible lengths, no matter how risky or bizarre, people went to to defend their country. From Front pigs to hairy beasts, author Jim Pipe looks at the nicknames coined at the time, while providing mind-boggling lists and figures about the battles, the equipment used and the harsh conditions the troops faced. Laced throughout this chronological description of the events leading up to and during the war are tales of human endeavour, charity and daring - some scary, some quirky, and some truly unbelievable. So take the time to take in the sheer scale of sacrifice, destruction and political tension that World War One resulted in, because we won't be able to ask first-hand what it was like to fight in World War One for much longer.
| Author | : Jim Pipe |
| Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
| Total Pages | : 186 |
| Release | : 2011-12-13 |
| Genre | : Transportation |
| ISBN | : 1908759216 |
It boasted libraries, palm trees, swimming pools, a 50-phone switchboard and was nearly as tall as the Eiffel Tower… No, she's not a skyscraper, she's the Titanic! Marking the centenary of the sinking of the White Star Liner RMS Titanic in 1912, 'Titanic, A Very Peculiar History' delves into the human stories of both crew and passengers and the incredible feats of engineering and design involved in the ship's construction. The ebook also takes a look at events that occurred once the ship was wrecked, from discovering what dead passengers had tried to take with them to assessing the likelihood of us ever being able to raise the wreck for more study. Featuring letters from the liner's passengers and crew and a taste of the superstitions and creepy coincidences that surround the ship's sinking, it's a great all-round look at the incredible facts and stories at the heart of the Titanic's conception, construction and maiden voyage.
